Bleeding the fuel lines
| Bleeding the fuel lines |
Use the method described below to speed up bleeding the fuel system if air has entered the system, such as after changing the filter or when a fuel delivery line has been disconnected.
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Remove the protective cap and connect
88 19 096 Bleeding equipment
and
30 31 069 Nipple, bleeding equipment
to the service outlet on the delivery line to the fuel pump.
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Draw up fuel until a constant flow of fuel can be seen in the suction line.
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Remove the bleeder nipple from the service outlet while the equipment is running (this avoids fuel spills and air from entering the system).
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Put the protective cap onto the service outlet.
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Start the engine and check the system for leaks and suchlike.
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